Attorney Brian White | December 22, 2020 | Personal Injury
If you’ve been injured in an accident, you may believe you’re entitled to money to cover the cost of physical, financial, or emotional damages. Oftentimes, you’d be right—but not always. There are several factors that affect an injured person’s eligibility for financial compensation, and it’s very possible that some part of your situation will prevent… read more
Attorney Brian White | December 21, 2020 | Car Accidents
If another driver is responsible for causing your car accident, you can recover compensation for damages and injuries by filing an insurance claim with the driver’s liability insurance carrier. Texas requires that all drivers carry minimum amounts of liability coverage if they cause a car accident. Liability insurance compensates accident victims for damages caused by… read more
Attorney Brian White | December 19, 2020 | Personal Injury
In law, a personal injury describes any damage done to someone’s body, mind, or emotions. We all sustain injuries at some point in our lives—perhaps as a result of car accidents, slip & falls, dog bites, or tattoo infections—and sometimes, they’re not our fault. That’s where personal injury lawyers come in, helping people recover damages… read more
Attorney Brian White | December 18, 2020 | Dog Bites
Half of all U.S. households owned at least one dog in 2019, according to a survey conducted by the American Pet Products Association. More than 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs each year in the United States. If a dog bites someone on your property, you may be liable for the dog bite injury… read more
Attorney Brian White | December 17, 2020 | Personal Injury
Once you’ve been injured in an accident because of someone else’s negligence, an overwhelming process begins. When you break down the process of a personal injury claim into small pieces, it can be easier to grasp. At the beginning of the process of a personal injury claim, you need to get educated before you make… read more
Attorney Brian White | December 16, 2020 | Personal Injury
Double indemnity is a term used in life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment policies. Double indemnity clauses state that the insurance company will pay a specified multiple (double, triple, etc.) of the contract’s face value in the event of accidental death. Life Insurance and AD&D Policies with Double Indemnity Clauses Consider a husband who… read more
Attorney Brian White | December 15, 2020 | Personal Injury
Most people do not expect to be hurt at work. But, in 2019, private industry employers reported 2.8 million nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses. If you have been hurt or injured at work, we know you may be stressed and confused. You may be wondering whether it’s better to file a workers’ compensation claim or… read more
Attorney Brian White | December 14, 2020 | Auto Accidents
Back injuries after a car accident can manifest in many ways. Back injuries can even cause pain or numbness that seem disconnected from the back or neck. These injuries can be the first sign of nerve damage that could remain with you for the rest of your life. Here is some information about the medical… read more
Attorney Brian White | December 13, 2020 | Personal Injury
An impressive website or large, fully furnished office does not guarantee you are dealing with a licensed attorney. On the contrary, it could mean that a fake lawyer is scamming you. It could also mean that you are about to lose thousands of dollars or have your identity stolen. An Example of a Fake Law… read more
Attorney Brian White | December 12, 2020 | Bicycle Accidents
Whether or not you should ride a bike on the sidewalk has been the center of debate for decades. Avid walkers might argue no, while cyclists who do not feel safe on busy or narrow streets might say otherwise. In some Houston districts, such as business districts, it is illegal to ride a bike on… read more
Attorney Brian White | December 11, 2020 | Personal Injury
Most people associate traffic accidents and other personal injuries with physical injuries. While it is common to sustain broken bones, brain injury, and other physical injuries in an accident, it is also common to experience emotional distress. Being injured in a car accident, slip and fall, workplace accident, or other incident can be one of… read more
Attorney Brian White | December 10, 2020 | Auto Accidents
When a person is seriously injured in a car accident it is very common for them to be taken to an emergency room for treatment. While it might seem straightforward, what happens at the emergency room can greatly impact a case should that person decide to pursue legal action against the party responsible for their… read more
Attorney Brian White | December 9, 2020 | Personal Injury
In personal injury cases, there are two sides: the plaintiff and the defendant. The plaintiff is the party that brings the lawsuit in the first place. They argue with evidence and witness testimony that they have been injured by another party’s negligent or intentionally harmful conduct. The defendant might be a person, business, or some… read more
Attorney Brian White | December 7, 2020 | Auto Accidents
Having a collision with a bicyclist is a terrifying experience for you as a driver. It can be incredibly dangerous, even deadly, for the cyclist. In these types of accidents, it is crucial that you respond quickly. Your first priority should always be the personal safety of everyone involved in the crash. If you have… read more
Attorney Brian White | December 5, 2020 | Car Accidents
Side-impact crashes are often referred to as T-bone accidents because the cars form a “T” when they collide. The front of one vehicle strikes the side of another vehicle from a “T” shape. The nickname does not adequately describe the potential damage that can be caused by a side-impact accident. T-bone car accidents cause catastrophic… read more
Attorney Brian White | December 4, 2020 | Car Accidents
After a car accident in Texas, you must file a personal injury claim within two years. In most cases, this two-year statute of limitations will be easy to meet. However, under very specific circumstances, Texas law will allow you to file a claim after the two years have passed. Here are some facts you should… read more
Attorney Brian White | December 3, 2020 | Auto Accidents
There are several things to think about after getting in a car accident. Even once necessary repairs are made, your vehicle likely will not be worth as much as it was before the collision. This means your vehicle has what’s called a diminished value. A vehicle’s diminished value can be calculated by taking the value… read more
Attorney Brian White | November 23, 2020 | Auto Accidents
Whiplash is a commonly reported injury after car accidents. Symptoms may appear immediately after the accident, or they may take hours to days to manifest. The symptoms might initially be minor, but they can increase in intensity over time. What is Whiplash? Whiplash is an injury to the neck’s structures caused by a crash’s momentum,… read more